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scoyote · 12-10-2009, 01:11 AM

I'm working on my interior lighting and I cannot find what I'm looking for.

I'm wanting to put some courtesy lights behind the front seats, in the side panels but I cannot seem to find much of a selection.

I really want a small rectangular shape with an on-off switch .....but I can't find that.

I want courtesy lights in the back......anyone done that already?

bouncytruck · 12-10-2009, 01:24 AM

Have you checked JC Whittney or an RV supply company.

scoyote · 12-10-2009, 01:26 AM

JC Whitney didn't cross my mind...but worth looking I suppose.

I looked locally...NAPA, Checker Auto.....then here

Big J · 12-10-2009, 08:50 AM

Maybe this place will have something for ya.
http://www.autoanything.com/lights/200A1221.aspx

71RestoRod · 12-10-2009, 09:52 AM

How about a couple of 67-72 Chevy/GMC truck dome light assemblies? Easy to install and a perfect match. You could wire them to the existing dome light circuit.

I'm also trying to remember which dome lights had the switch built in with a rocker style lens. Volkswagen or Volvo or something like that. You could probably score a couple good ones at the "recycle" yard.

fun in dirt · 12-10-2009, 10:42 AM

I went to Lowes & found a LED bulb toolbox light. I put one above the review mirror & one in the back It is battery operated & has lasted 2 yrs with no problems. Actually gives off quiet a bit of light too. I zip-tied mine to the roll cage, but I think it came with some velcro or trim tape if you wanted to go that route for attaching it. They were around $15 each. I've seen these other round ones from Northern Tools that are about $10 ea. and they look to lay a little flatter.

70 Suburban · 12-11-2009, 08:30 PM

i used 66 chevy truck reverse lamps in the rear panels for int lights

70 Suburban · 12-11-2009, 08:37 PM

i know you said rectangle but this looked good and it kinda fit the look of the truck when i did it. I wired them into the stock lamp location so they work when the doors open and when i turn them on

**jaros44sr** · 12-11-2009, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 70 Suburban

i know you said rectangle but this looked good and it kinda fit the look of the truck when i did it. I wired them into the stock lamp location so they work when the doors open and when i turn them on

Those reverse lts look good, what did they set you back?

70 Suburban · 12-11-2009, 09:22 PM

they were on my parts truck..

12-10-2009, 01:11 AM	#1
scoyote Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the shores of Bull Shoals, AR Posts: 509	Interior lights I'm working on my interior lighting and I cannot find what I'm looking for. I'm wanting to put some courtesy lights behind the front seats, in the side panels but I cannot seem to find much of a selection. I really want a small rectangular shape with an on-off switch .....but I can't find that. I want courtesy lights in the back......anyone done that already? __________________ 1972 Blazer - Bronco Orange - In the werks http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=323444 1991 F250 - Hunting truck w/ Detroit rear locker, ARB front locker, front and rear winches .... and more.... 1997 Grand Cherokee - fun jeep - Detroit rear locker, ARB front locker, front winch, 411 gears, lots of lights ;-) 2004 Hot Rod DuraMax - Dnyo'd at the wheels with 525 HP and 1100 lbs torque.....mustang killer.

12-10-2009, 01:24 AM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Interior lights Have you checked JC Whittney or an RV supply company. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-10-2009, 01:26 AM	#3
scoyote Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the shores of Bull Shoals, AR Posts: 509	Re: Interior lights JC Whitney didn't cross my mind...but worth looking I suppose. I looked locally...NAPA, Checker Auto.....then here __________________ 1972 Blazer - Bronco Orange - In the werks http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=323444 1991 F250 - Hunting truck w/ Detroit rear locker, ARB front locker, front and rear winches .... and more.... 1997 Grand Cherokee - fun jeep - Detroit rear locker, ARB front locker, front winch, 411 gears, lots of lights ;-) 2004 Hot Rod DuraMax - Dnyo'd at the wheels with 525 HP and 1100 lbs torque.....mustang killer.

12-10-2009, 08:50 AM	#4
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: Interior lights Maybe this place will have something for ya. http://www.autoanything.com/lights/200A1221.aspx __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

12-10-2009, 09:52 AM	#5
71RestoRod Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Evergreen, CO Posts: 492	Re: Interior lights How about a couple of 67-72 Chevy/GMC truck dome light assemblies? Easy to install and a perfect match. You could wire them to the existing dome light circuit. I'm also trying to remember which dome lights had the switch built in with a rocker style lens. Volkswagen or Volvo or something like that. You could probably score a couple good ones at the "recycle" yard. Attached Images __________________ 71 Blazer / GMPP ZZ383 / MPFI / 700R4 / 4-Wheel Disk / Ground-up frame off almost completed resto-mod

12-10-2009, 10:42 AM	#6
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: Interior lights I went to Lowes & found a LED bulb toolbox light. I put one above the review mirror & one in the back It is battery operated & has lasted 2 yrs with no problems. Actually gives off quiet a bit of light too. I zip-tied mine to the roll cage, but I think it came with some velcro or trim tape if you wanted to go that route for attaching it. They were around $15 each. I've seen these other round ones from Northern Tools that are about $10 ea. and they look to lay a little flatter. Attached Images __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

12-11-2009, 08:30 PM	#7
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Interior lights i used 66 chevy truck reverse lamps in the rear panels for int lights __________________ Just keepin it simple. 1965 C-10 Ext cab build. 350??(Does it count at 2 truck if I had to cut one up?) 1966 C-10 lwb 283 auto 1970 Suburban in pieces 1971 Blazer 4wd....restore someday. all factory CST 1972 Blazer 4wd parts truck still a roller 1972 GMC Sierra Grandee 1998 Chevy ext driver. 2005 F**D the wife drive...(cant fix women)

12-11-2009, 08:37 PM	#8
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Interior lights i know you said rectangle but this looked good and it kinda fit the look of the truck when i did it. I wired them into the stock lamp location so they work when the doors open and when i turn them on Attached Images __________________ Just keepin it simple. 1965 C-10 Ext cab build. 350??(Does it count at 2 truck if I had to cut one up?) 1966 C-10 lwb 283 auto 1970 Suburban in pieces 1971 Blazer 4wd....restore someday. all factory CST 1972 Blazer 4wd parts truck still a roller 1972 GMC Sierra Grandee 1998 Chevy ext driver. 2005 F*D the wife drive...(cant fix women) Last edited by 70 Suburban; 12-11-2009 at 08:39 PM.*

12-11-2009, 09:22 PM	#10
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Interior lights they were on my parts truck.. __________________ Just keepin it simple. 1965 C-10 Ext cab build. 350??(Does it count at 2 truck if I had to cut one up?) 1966 C-10 lwb 283 auto 1970 Suburban in pieces 1971 Blazer 4wd....restore someday. all factory CST 1972 Blazer 4wd parts truck still a roller 1972 GMC Sierra Grandee 1998 Chevy ext driver. 2005 F**D the wife drive...(cant fix women)



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